My 2-year-old Aussie Mix, Daphne, is a wonderful addition to the family. My husband and I have had her for about 2 months now. However, when I walk my two dogs (we also have a 2-year-old hound mix) Daphne becomes overly excited. This began immediately when I started walking her and she spotted squirrels. Now the behavior has extended and she reacts the same when she sees cats or hears dogs barking. She begins whining, barking, and nipping at me and my other dog, while trying to get away to get the other animal. She now becomes excited when we are in an area that she has previously seen an animal, even if there is no other animal present. I walk her with a Gentle Leader, the harness that goes around the nose, but that does not help. I correct her with a tug and a "no" every time she becomes excited, but she continues with the behavior. She does not behave this aggressively when we are in our own backyard. Please help me correct my dog's behavior so we can enjoy our daily walks again.
2006-11-28
01:14:20
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Amanda
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